Carl and Henrietta Herrmann Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carl and Henrietta Herrmann Family Foundation is a private foundation in South Pasadena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $158,350 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$158,350
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $171,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $171,000 | 33 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $158,350 | 38 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Carl and Henrietta Herrmann Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Carl and Henrietta Herrmann Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 33 | $142,350 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $30,000 |
| St Bede the Venerable | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $15,000 |
| Pregnancy Help Center of San Gabriel Valley | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $10,000 |
| YWCA of Glendale | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $10,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement and in particular fibromyalgia research. | $5,000 |
| Door of Hope | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $5,000 |
| Elizabeth House | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $5,000 |
| International Sports and Music Project | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $5,000 |
| Northview High School | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $5,000 |
| Caltech Associates | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $4,000 |
| Mary Health of the Sick Convalescent & Nursing Hospital | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $4,000 |
| American Fibromyalgia Syndrome | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $3,000 |
| Notre Dame High School | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $3,000 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $3,000 |
| Pasadena Education Foundation | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $2,500 |
| Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $2,000 |
| Hillside School and Learning Center | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $2,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $2,000 |
| Villa de Vida | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $2,000 |
| Diabetes Research Foundation | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,500 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,500 |
| Breast Cancer Fund | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,000 |
| Campbell Center | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement | $1,000 |
| Christ Child Society of Pasadena | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement | $1,000 |
| Friends of the South Pasadena Public Library | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,000 |
| Hathway - Sycamores | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,000 |
| Huntington Medical Research | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,000 |
| La Ballona Education Partners | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,000 |
| Operation Gratitude | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,000 |
| Santa Teresita School | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,000 |
| The Church of Our Saviour | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $1,000 |
| Desi Geestman Foundation | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $500 |
| Our Lady of Guadalupe Church | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $500 |
| Primera Iglesia Cristiana Filadelfia Inc | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $500 |
| YMCA of South Pasadena | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $500 |
| YMCA of the Foothills | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $500 |
| The Huntington | Activities pursuant to the entity's mission statement. | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine L Herrmann Kerley
- Carron M Herrmann
- Carl L Herrmann III
- Christopher M Herrmann
Questions people ask
Does Carl and Henrietta Herrmann Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carl and Henrietta Herrmann Family Foundation give?
$158,350 in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Carl and Henrietta Herrmann Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Catherine L Herrmann Kerley (President), Carron M Herrmann (Vice President), Carl L Herrmann III (Secretary) and Christopher M Herrmann (Treasurer).
What does Carl and Henrietta Herrmann Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.